School Finance Officer

School Finance Officer

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Pay: £17.50 per hour
Location: Fulwood, Preston
Contract: Full-time- temp to perm
Employer: Working on behalf of a partner school we support

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of a partner school in Fulwood, Preston, seeking an experienced and detail-driven School Finance Officer. The successful candidate must have a strong finance background and previous experience working within a school or similar educational setting. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth financial operation of the school and supporting the senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations in line with school policies and legislative requirements

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments

• Monitor budgets and provide regular financial reports to senior leadership

• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records

• Support payroll processes, including timesheet collation and staffing changes

• Handle petty cash, school fund accounts, and oversee income collection

• Assist with procurement, obtaining quotes, and ensuring best value

• Support year-end financial procedures and audits

• Liaise with suppliers, local authority finance teams, and auditors

• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and financial regulations

• Provide administrative support to the wider school office when needed

Essential Requirements

• Experience working within a school or similar education environment

• Solid finance background with knowledge of financial systems and procedures

• Competence in finance software (e.g., SIMS FMS, Arbor, Xero, or similar)

• Strong numeracy and excellent attention to detail

• Effective organisational and time-management skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of school budget management processes

• Experience supporting audits or year-end financial work

• Familiarity with HR or payroll systems